Human Chemistry 9 (ATP) Flashcards
1
Q
Define ATP
A
The body’s most important energy molecule
2
Q
The 3 compoents to ATP
A
ADENINE
RIBOSE
TRIPHOSPHATE
3
Q
How are the 2nd and 3rd Phosphate group attached to ATP?
A
By high energy covalent bonds
4
Q
What happens when enzymes release the 3rd Phosphate group?
A
It releases energy that our body’s cells can use to perform chemical reactions
